29 Best Bars in Wausau

“A classic country bar except for one thing. Simply fantastic food!! We had a double ham and grilled cheese and the special which was a delicious steak sandwich with grilled onions on a toasted hoagie. They even made a great kiddy cocktail for my grandson.“

“Best dive bar in town. Bartenders are friendly and welcoming. Drinks are cheap. They have a weekly open mic on Mondays and tons of live music. Won't hesitate to kick out a N@zi. 10/10“

“Food and service was amazing! The jerk wings and pickled vegetables were fantastic! Best rice and beans I've had since living in the South! Very impressed, thank you!“

“Jim’s Corner bar is a hidden gem with amazing chicken wings and a delicious Mushroom Swiss burger. The service is friendly and quick, making it a perfect stop after a day of skiing or snowboarding at Granite Peak. However, it's important to note that they only accept cash, so be sure to come prepared. The atmosphere is great for watching games and chilling out, and they serve fresh, well-made food until late hours. The hot wings are a standout with their crispy texture and spicy kick, perfect for heat enthusiasts. Despite the cash-only policy, this bar is definitely worth a visit for its tasty offerings and enjoyable dining experience.“

“It's almost like two completely different bars. The outdoor patio with chairs and bag toss is nice when the weather is warm. While indoors is like a small town Wisconsin bar with bluecollar locals. Mainly a beer bar but it's very affordable.“

“Good food, friendly bartenders and great service. The 421 burger is SO good“

“My friends first egg roll. He fell in love“

“small but lovely bartenders are great fast on there feet and welcome everyone“

“We recently had Pete Kernosky's Celebration of Life/Memorial at Aftershock! Sharon was great and did all she could to make sure that all went well. She helped with suggestions when I needed them! The bartenders that worked that day/night were attentive and quick to respond to any questions we had, help any time asked, and personalities were great! Given that this place was one of Pete's favorites to "run" to for fish fry, I am glad it went sooo well! I believe he would approve! A great place for a fish fry btw! Mary Jane“

“Vote for Cami she is the best!!!“

“amazing fish fry! best tarter sauce in town :)“

“Clean bar, lots of seltzer options, and Lexi is an awesome bartender“

“my friends and I have gone to townies for the last couple years and we have never had a bad meal there!!! great food, great people, great atmosphere!!!“

“Crazy place. A chick on corner of bar passed out i think from drugs as she walked into the bathroom fine, her bf carried her out and placed her in a stool then leaned her on the bar . The guy that was with her arguing with the bar tender about if they can buy vodka with an EBT benefits card. I've seen movies with less drama in them. Want to feel great about yourself, come here once in awhile to rebuild your own self esteem! 😆“

“If you haven’t been to Chatterbox for a burger lately, do yourself a favor and GO! The burger was delish, and the sweet potato fries with ranch were a perfect side. Chef Drew crushed it on the grill, and Stacy kept our drinks full with a big smile. Great food, great service, and an all-around great lunch.. 🤩“

“We ordered chicken from this restaurant for our wedding, and unfortunately there was an issue where the order was an hour late and the chicken breading ended up soggy. While that was disappointing on such an important day, I cannot say enough good things about how the business handled it. They were incredibly professional, kind, and took full responsibility right away. They issued a full refund and even gave us a gift card, which was completely unexpected and very appreciated. Mistakes happen, but outstanding customer service like this is rare. We truly appreciate how they handled the situation and look forward to visiting in the future. Highly recommend based on their integrity and care for their customers.“

“any place that pushes for people to come in DURING A BLIZZARD where plows are even pulled off highways due to visibility and we received around 30 inches of SNOW in ONE DAY is a crap place to go. we went there once and it was not a place that was very inviting, rest assured we and other will now never go back. cars stuck in roads but het illegally ride your snowmobile in... great business practice. hope you paid for all fines and towing to sell those few pizzas and drinks“

“always a fun time down at LT“

“My favorite is Porcha that white girl can twerk and although at first I thought she was rude and abrasive even a bit odd she's grown on me, now becoming my favorite. She says she's here two years to finish school and get her life on track and then she's out, not from Wausa area and apparently moving back to the city. Catch this comedian while you can you won't regret it. Hilarious and mesmerizing I always hope to see her on my way through Wausa. Bringing flavor to this club all girls here are talented but my personal favorite is Porcha hands down. My friend could not say the same his personal favorite is the bartender in charge. Good vibes cheap drinks nude ladies you can't go wrong stopping in for one. My only complaint they should serve some food! Bar across street does but they won't deliver. Even appetizers would be great. These girls here can dance every single one was talented. Zero complaints except serve appetizers for us hungry men trying to sober up before a drive.“

“Pork chop was Amazing, my husband loved it! Great service. Will be back!“

“Listen up y'all!! If you're looking for a cozy, friendly, little spot for good food, a warm friendly atmosphere...This is the place! I went there recently and it was on a Friday. They have a fish fry and I treated my sister and daughter. We all had different meals off the menu. Shrimps, walleye, halibut, ribs, coleslaw, German/American potato salad, cheese curds, fresh re-read. Alll the food was piping hot, fresh, seasoned and delicious . Worth your time, and the price was right. Come on down, you'll be glad you did!!! I guarantee!!!!“

“What a lovely place!   The establishment is in a lovely historic building that has been meticulously restored and decorated with an artsy vibe.  The venue is spotless.  Our committee chose this location for a class reunion, and we could not have been happier. The owner was super accommodating.  The bar service was on point.   If you visit, do try a mojito.  The mint is grown on site by the owner, and what a difference it makes!“

“We visited this restaurant on the advice of my friend's co-worker and were not disappointed. The prices for the food are excellent and the serving sizes large. We had the fish and shrimp, tenderloin and shrimp, and the fried chicken. All were cooked perfectly. The side cole slaw was excellent in that it had a nice flavor and was creamy. The french fries were crispy and had a light coating. The potato salad, according to my friend, was very good. We plan to visit again to try other entrees for a comparison to tonight's meal.“

“The owner is amazing and the bar tenders really know what they’re doing“

“Always great food and service. Coconut shrimp is great, their Mac and cheese is wonderful (Sundays only?). Their pizza is really good as well! Editited for correction, Saturday for Mac and cheese!“

“Great food and a great place to stop and have drinks!“

“Rick is a good guy! Friendly atmosphere!! I would recommend!!!“

“Great food and great staff/service. Highly recommend.“